Good morning, Tulsa.

A New Leaf works with The Shining Honor Project to provide paid cleaning jobs for veterans’ headstones every Thursday, giving adults with intellectual disabilities valuable work experience and honoring veterans ahead of Fourth of July weekend at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Emergency crews responded Wednesday night (10:20 p.m.) near East 46th Street North and Main Street after a mortar-style firework exploded, injuring two children as a 12-year-old lost a hand and suffered eye injuries while an 11-year-old was treated for lacerations.

Local game developers teamed up to bring Ultra Rad’s Slide Hustle to Steam, where players can add it to their wishlists ahead of its anticipated release later this summer; the puzzle game draws inspiration from developer Tyler Huffman’s resale business and features a unique garage-sale theme.

In the Park Plaza neighborhood near 51st & Sheridan, a local Tulsan celebrated 4th of July by lighting up Bryan McCoy's house and displaying a Betsy Ross flag and a red, white, and blue basketball hoop, while 92-year-old Gordon Smith said his sister gifted his flag.

The City of Tulsa announced the Vision Arts grant recipients, awarding $150,000 to 18 local arts organizations; the program supports arts initiatives (including festivals and exhibitions) designed to boost tourism and economic development.

Tulsa police and firefighters remind residents that although bottle rockets are now legal statewide, local rules still ban the sale, possession, and use of fireworks inside Tulsa (officials warn improper use risks fires and property damage).

Tulsa is launching a faith-based initiative that will convert church land into affordable housing to help families facing rising living costs today.

Local leaders say the project aims to offer a long-term solution to the growing housing gap.

The Tulsa Oilers Hockey Foundation partnered with Tulsa Dream Center for a Skate it Forward event at WeStreet Ice Center on Jul.

2 where about 70 children enjoyed an afternoon of ice skating.

FC Tulsa vs Loudoun United Pro Soccer Match

FC Tulsa sits in first place in the USL Western Conference, and Friday’s home match is sure to be a thriller—just as $1 Beer Section Night returns to ONEOK Field. Today in Tulsa readers can enjoy up to 50% off day of game prices with this special offer.

Folds of Honor - Tulsa Freedom Fest

Event Day — 8:00 p.m. — River Parks — Free entry — Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with one of the largest free fireworks shows.

Stand-Up Comedy with Sammy Obeid

7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night featuring world-record comedian Sammy Obeid.

Springfield Cardinals vs. Tulsa Drillers

Daily games from Jul 7-12 — ONEOK Field — Affordable entry — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with family and friends.

DisruptHR Tulsa 11.0

4:30-8 p.m. — Stokely Event Center — Networking and refreshments available — Engage with 12 dynamic speakers in a fast-paced information exchange about the world of work.

AJ Wilkerson Live Stand-Up Comedy

Time TBD — Tulsa Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with nervous charm and hilarious stories from rising comedian AJ Wilkerson.

2026 AGF Tulsa Open

Saturday, Jul 11th — Arvest Convention Center — Registration required — Over 490 competitors from 28 academies clash in this exciting kids' jiu-jitsu tournament.

Johnny Mullenax Live at Mercury Lounge

12-3 p.m. — Mercury Lounge — Free entry — Experience a lively bluegrass brunch with guest musicians and a communal vibe in Tulsa.

Nostalgia Wine Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Juniper Restaurant — Food $85, Wine $40 plus tax and gratuity — Celebrate French cuisine with classic dishes on Bastille Day.

The Damn Quails Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard — Tickets available — Experience an evening of live music with The Damn Quails in Tulsa.

MIKE DADON x PWAP Live Concert

6:30 PM — The Boman — Tickets vary — Witness one of the summer's biggest independent shows featuring Mike DaDon and P-WOP with special guests.